Daniel Thompson
Calgary,AB
Summary
Dynamic employee with a strong background at Zumiez and Mount Royal University, recognized for great customer service, fostering teamwork, and effectively resolving conflicts. Demonstrates exceptional multitasking abilities and provides individualized support to create a positive environment for all participants. Committed to enhancing community engagement through adaptive recreation and therapeutic practices. Experienced Physical Therapist Assistant with a focus on delivering patient-centered care in hospital and clinic settings, particularly with geriatric and disabled individuals. Is also an energetic Sales Associate dedicated to driving customer satisfaction and increasing sales. Positive and respectful contributor talented in filling, facing and organizing products to maintain department standards. Hardworking and punctual individual recognized for consistently receiving high ratings on customer feedback surveys.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Intramural Sports Official
Mount Royal University
Calgary, AB
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Controlled game flow based on rule violations
- Maintained precision in enforcing intricate rules during intense moments.
- Verified safety conditions of sports equipment and playing areas through regular checks.
- Observed games closely to detect rule violations and take appropriate action when necessary.
- Collaborated with referees to ensure accurate decisions.
- Conferred with coaches and players to discuss calls and disputes.
- Monitored player conduct to maintain sportsmanship and enforce discipline.
- Fostered a positive, respectful game environment for participants and spectators.
- Managed conflicts between players, coaches, and team officials effectively.
Sales Associate
Zumiez
Calgary, Alberta
08.2025 - 01.2026
- Provided exceptional customer service in fast-paced retail environment.
- Able to increase revenue by delivering informed product guidance, creating a rapport with customers, and maintaining a solution-oriented buying experience.
- Adept at identifying customer needs. Presenting personalized recommendations to customers, and supporting the full sales cycle from engagement to follow-up.
- Proficient in tracking inventory and collaborating with team members to ensure operational efficiency and consistent brand representation.
- Maintained visual merchandising standards throughout the store.
- Collaborated with team to restock merchandise and manage inventory.
- Organized store displays to enhance shopping experience.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
Volunteer
Lacrossing Barriers
Calgary, Canada
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Participated in lacrosse activities for people with different disabilities of all ages to promote greater community independence, skills, and social interaction.
- Grew the ability to work independently while completing assigned tasks without direct supervision.
- Provided individualized assistance to all participants with disabilities, including physical, mental, and emotional needs.
- Adapted communication techniques based on an individual's abilities when interacting with service users.
- I communicated with my supervisor, co-workers, and family members of participants to monitor participation levels, mood, likes and dislikes, etc.
Volunteer
Vecova
Calgary, Canada
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Volunteer for Vecova as a member of their YAR (Youth Adapted Recreation) program.
- Participated in coordinated leisure activities for kids with different disabilities, aged 13-17, to promote greater community independence, skills, and social interaction.
- Assisted different children with their varying needs when changing to go to the pool, and when leaving the pool during swim time.
- Grew the ability to work independently while completing assigned tasks without direct supervision.
- Observed the rules and safety regulations of the organization while carrying out assigned tasks.
- Utilized problem-solving and organizational skills to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Provided individualized assistance to children with disabilities, including physical, mental, and emotional needs.
- Adapted communication techniques based on an individual's abilities when interacting with service users.
- I communicated with co-workers and family members of children to monitor participation levels, mood, likes, and dislikes, etc.
Intern
Monarch Physiotherapy
Calgary, Canada
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Used treatment techniques to help manage pain in patients
- Assisted patients with physical movements to help restore function and lessen pain and disability
- Used treatment techniques on conditions to aid developmental, neurological and orthopedic disorders
- Shadowed 2 professionals for total of 120 hours to learn best approaches
- Worked alongside senior team members to learn related job tasks and roles
- Learned tenets of professional office behavior and thoughtful collaboration
- Followed instructions from management to complete tasks according to exact specifications
- Asked questions about tasks to learn techniques and how to operate without supervision
- Rendered highest quality of care when interacting with patients and families
Education
High School -
Saint Francis High School
Calgary, AB06.2024
Community Rehabilitation And Disability Studies -
University of Calgary
CalgarySkills
- Multitasking and organization
- Fast learner
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Creative and resourceful
- Great interpersonal and social skills
- Experience in leadership
- Good work ethic
- Gentle and skilled with therapy procedures
- Empathetic and patient
- Culturally Aware
- Time Management Proficiency
- Respond well to criticism
- Conflict resolution
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
- Individualized support
Awards
- Honor roll student 2022 2019-2020
- Former Multi-Sport Athlete (Basketball/Track and field in High School)
- Placed 2nd for High jump in divisionals (20230
- Made city finals for high jump (2022, 2023)
- Played for Supreme Hoops Canada Basketball Club, 2020-2022
- Led club basketball team in Steals Per Game
- 2nd Place for Imaginal Leadership Awards, 2021
Languages
- English
- Igbo
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Igbo
Limited
Accomplishments
- 1st Place in Mens Triple Jump (U20) at Sherwood Park Track Classic
- Honor roll student (Excellence list 2022, Honors 2019-2020)
- Placed 2nd for High jump in divisionals (2022 and 2023)
- Made city finals for high jump (placed top 10 in 2022 and 2023)
- Played for Supreme Hoops Canada Basketball Club (2020-2022)
- Led club basketball team in Steals Per Game
- 2nd Place for Imaginal Leadership Awards (2021)
Affiliations
- Current athlete for the University of Calgary Athletics Club (Track and Field)
- Club - Junior Vice President of Events - Nigerian Students Association (NSA)
- Club - Member of the Children's Care Collective (CCC)
Timeline
Sales Associate
Zumiez
08.2025 - 01.2026
Intramural Sports Official
Mount Royal University
09.2024 - 04.2025
Volunteer
Lacrossing Barriers
09.2024 - 12.2024
Volunteer
Vecova
01.2024 - 06.2024
Intern
Monarch Physiotherapy
07.2021 - 08.2021
High School -
Saint Francis High School
Community Rehabilitation And Disability Studies -
University of Calgary